BASF – Belgium

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BASF in Belgium

BASF has a strong presence in Belgium: 5 full BASF subsidiaries employ about 4,000 employees.

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Figures

On February 27, BASF published its financial figures for 2025.

Financial figures 2025

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Chemistry for a sustainable future

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ChemCycling

Turning plastic waste into raw materials for new products: we make it possible with chemical recycling.

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Green transformation

Our ambition is to be the preferred chemical company driving our customers' green transformation. Through a diversified portfolio and innovative products and processes, we aim for profitable growth and long-term value creation.

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Circular economy

To protect our planet's resources, we need to move away from the linear "take-make-dispose" and towards closed loops powered by renewable energy.

How we're working towards a circular economy

Latest news items

BASF Engineering Plastics meet the European railway standard EN 45545 and are certified for safety critical E&E applications in the rail industry. The tested Ultramid® and Ultradur® grades help minimize fire risks and limit the spread of flames, smoke, and toxic gases. Flame retardant systems without halogen as a base and color independent certification provide additional safety and design freedom.
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May 4, 2026

BASF Engineering Plastics Meet EN 45545 Railway Standard

Safety, fire protection, and reliability are key requirements in the railway industry - especially for electrical and electronic components. Numerous BASF Engineering Plastics grades meet the European railway standard EN 45545 and are certified accordingly.

UPM and BASF accelerate the transition to recyclable, fiber-based packaging

UPM Specialty Materials (UPM) and BASF are collaborating to help brand owners, converters and formulators accelerate the transition to recyclable*, fiber-based packaging solutions.

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Scientist examines young transgenic corn plants

Wheat from and for the future

The wheat plants that grow in the greenhouse of the BASF Innovation Center in Ghent may well be the answer to the increasing demand for food. And all this thanks to their unique genetic code.